Fuming Downs coach renews calls for VAR

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso (right) has once again raised concerns about the absence of VAR after his side were denied what appeared to be a legitimate goal in their 2-1 victory over Golden Arrows at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Wednesday night.

- Katlego Modiba

Nuno Santos thought he had extended Sundowns' advantage with a powerful strike from 25 yards, only for the effort to be ruled out after Iqraam Rayners was judged to have been in an offside position and interfering with play, despite not touching the ball.

However, television replays suggested Rayners was onside when Santos took the shot and the goal should have stood. Had it counted, the Brazilians would have moved into a commanding 3-0 lead in what eventually proved to be a tight Betway Premiership encounter.